Tigers provide updates on Justin Verlander, Riley Greene ahead of Dodgers series
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 10:48 PM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Detroit Tigers manager A.J. Hinch announced updates on Justin Verlander and Riley Greene before the series against the Dodgers. Verlander is reportedly progressing and has begun throwing off a mound slope, with the team hoping he can make a final appearance before retirement. Riley Greene, recovering from a hamstring injury, is doing well and may participate in a minor-league rehab game this weekend. Both players' statuses are critical as the Tigers take on a formidable opponent in Los Angeles.
- •Justin Verlander has started throwing off a mound slope.
- •Riley Greene may play in a minor-league rehab game soon.
- •Tigers face the Dodgers this weekend at Comerica Park.
- •Hinch provided updates during a pre-series press conference.
- •Verlander looks to make one last appearance before retiring.
- 10:48 PMYahoo Sports — Detroit Tigers Announce Justin Verlander, Riley Greene Updates Before Dodgers Series
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